Collection of Re-entry Permit Travel Documents (I-327) from USCIS London
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Eagle Express
The Eagle Express is the U.S. Embassy London's weekly newsletter. Read More»
Statement by the North Atlantic Council on the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty
Statement by the North Atlantic Council on the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty Read More»
World Travel Market (WTM) and Travel Forward 2019
Taking place from November 4-6, 2019 at the ExCel Conference Center in London, World Travel Market (WTM) and Travel Forward will gather over 60,000 visitors with travel suppliers, tour operators, media, technology providers, and technology buyers from around the globe. WTM will also be celebrating 40 years in 2019! The Commercial Service UK is working to promote the U.S. ... Read More»
U.S. Department of State turns 230
The U.S. Department of State reaches a milestone of 230 years of diplomacy on July 27. It is America’s oldest executive agency, created in 1789 and first called the Department of Foreign Affairs. Thomas Jefferson was the first secretary of state. Read More»
We are holding an Online Auction for Government Owned Vehicles
The U.S. Embassy, London, United Kingdom will be selling government owned vehicles via web based online auction. Read More»
Apollo 50 Festival brings moon landing to Washington
Remarks by Vice President Pence at the Neil Armstrong Spacesuit Unveiling
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2019 Investment Climate Statements Released
U.S. Department of State Media Note Office of the Spokesperson July 11, 2019 The Department of State announces the release of the 2019 Investment Climate Statements. Investment Climate Statements help U.S. companies make informed business decisions by providing the latest assessment of conditions in foreign markets on openness to foreign investment, legal regimes and transparency, ... Read More»
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director to Visit United Kingdom
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Director Dr. Kelvin K. Droegemeier arrives in the United Kingdom this week to advance U.S.-UK science and technology ties, marking his first international visit as director. Read More»
Joint Statement by Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the UK and the U.S. on Yemen and the Region
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By diversifying fuel types, countries build security
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Meet with U.S. Companies at Infosecurity Europe
The U.S. Commercial Service will be supporting U.S. exhibitors at Infosecurity Europe, the leading European trade exhibition for the rapidly growing market for IT and Cyber Security. About 140 U.S. companies will be exhibiting at Infosec19 and showcasing the latest in information security solutions and products. Infosecurity Europe features: over 400 exhibitors with the most ... Read More»
Senior State Department Officials Previewing Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Germany, Switzerland, the Netherlands and the UK
Senior State Department Officials Previewing Secretary Pompeo’s Travel to Germany, Switzerland, the Netherlands and the UK Read More»
EducationUSA Interactive: The EducationUSA Academy
Do you want to study in the U.S.? Would you like to experience life as an America college student? Gain an insider’s perspective on higher education in the United States while also getting the opportunity to experience and enjoy campus life during your school holidays! If you are an international high school student (ages 15-17), ... Read More»
U.S. Army Europe Band & Chorus concerts commemorating Exercise Tiger
The United States Army Europe Band & Chorus is conducting two concerts commemorating Exercise Tiger the end of May, as a prelude to the D-Day75 commemorations. Read More»
What Memorial Day means to Americans
The Memorial Day holiday is observed on the last Monday of May, a time of year when weather is turning warmer and schools and universities are adjourning for summer break. To Americans, Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial beginning of summer. Many people attend parades, go to the beach or have cook-outs with friends and ... Read More»
British American Business Council (BABC) Annual Transatlantic Conference
Are you interested in Transatlantic Trade? Looking at opportunities in North America? Start building business relationships and grow your network at the Annual Conference. The Transatlantic conference is happening in Birmingham in June. Once a year the British American Business Council (:BABC) Network brings together companies of all its 23 chapters throughout the US, Canada ... Read More»
DCM Lempert Attends Interfaith Iftar at St Paul’s Cathedral
On Tuesday evening, May 7th, 2019, Deputy Chief of Mission Lempert joined the NazLegacyFoundation, Bishop of London, Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally, Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis and the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, at St Paul’s cathedral in London for a special youth Interfaith Iftar. This Interfaith Iftar, now in it’s fourth ... Read More»
Great news for U.S.-UK Partnership and Cooperation on the High Seas
April 30, 2019 From Chief of Naval Operations Public Affairs Story Number: NNS190430-10 Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral John Richardson hosted Admiral Sir Philip Jones, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, United Kingdom Royal Navy, April 30. During a day of engagements that included discussions between senior leaders of the Royal ... Read More»
On the Release of the 18th Edition of To Walk the Earth In Safety Report
“This 18th Edition of To Walk the Earth In Safety summarizes the United States’ Conventional Weapons Destruction (CWD) programs in 2018. … Thanks to the U.S. Congress’ bipartisan support and generosity of the American people, we can attest that our goal remains a future in which all may walk the earth in safety” To ... Read More»
U.S. International Trade Commission Announces Upcoming Listening Sessions in the United Kingdom
USITC Announces Upcoming Listening Sessions in the United Kingdom Read More»
World War II – Keeping The Memory Alive
In January 2018, BBC journalist Dan Walker reached out to the Embassy. Dan had bumped into an amazing man, Tony Foulds. For 75 years, diligently and every day, Tony maintained the U.S. Air Force Mi Amigo war memorial in Sheffield. Tony’s wish was for a flyover to honor the fallen. Six weeks later, the Embassy ... Read More»
Secretary Pompeo’s Call With NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg
Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 22, 2019 The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino: Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. They discussed plans for the meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers to be held April 3-4 in Washington, DC where Allies will ... Read More»
U.S. efforts to Promote Religious Freedom and Interfaith Tolerance
A video message from Special Advisor for Religious Minorities in the Near East and South/Central Asia Knox Thames. Read More»
Ambassador Johnson Hosts Women In STEM Panel Discussion
For International Women’s Day Ambassador Johnson opened our #WomenInSTEM discussion speaking about the importance of encouraging more women into the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) sector and the value they add to the industry as a whole. Leading our panel debate were: Dr Sheila Kanani ( @SaturnSheila ), Sham Musthapha, Suzie Imber ( @SuzieImberSpace ), Yasmina McCarty ( @YasminaMcCarty ), Merritt Moore ... Read More»
Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with UK National Security Advisor Mark Sedwill
Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with UK National Security Advisor Mark Sedwill Read More»
U.S. Embassy London Announces Recruitment for 2019 SelectUSA Investment Summit
U.S. Ambassador to the UK, Robert Wood Johnson, today issued a call to business leaders to join the UK business investor delegation to the 2019 SelectUSA Investment Summit, June 10-12, in Washington, D.C Read More»
Secretary Pompeo’s Call With UK Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke with UK Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt today to discuss key global priorities, including countering Iranian malign behavior, securing progress in Syria, and pursuing our shared goal to denuclearize the DPRK Read More»
U.S. preserves Iranian Embassy for Iranian people [video]
For the past 40 years, the United States has maintained the Iranian Embassy in Washington, anticipating the day the U.S. and Iran will resume diplomatic ties. But the violent regime in Tehran has prevented the resumption of ties. Special Representative for Iran and Senior Policy Advisor to the Secretary of State (biography) shares this message ... Read More»
International visitors to U.S. on the rise [infographic]
People from all over the world are visiting the United States in growing numbers and spending more money during their travels, according to the latest data from the National Travel and Tourism Office (NTTO), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. Read More»
“Mi Amigo” 75th Anniversary Flypast at Sheffield
75 years ago today an American B-17 Flying Fortress of the 305th Bomb Group, call sign “Mi Amigo,” crashed in Sheffield’s Endcliffe Park. The crew’s mission on February 22, 1944 was to drop a 4,000 lb. bomb on a Luftwaffe station in Denmark. The plane sustained heavy damage over the North Sea during the mission ... Read More»
Secretary Pompeo’s Interview With Maria Bartiromo of Mornings With Maria on Fox Business Network
So we have spent time not just at this ministerial in Warsaw last week where we had some real successes, but over the past months we’ve been out around the world just making sure everybody had the same information, that countries understand the risk of putting this Huawei technology into their IT systems. We can’t ... Read More»
Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov
Ambassador Johnson: The United States is clear: We stand side by side with the United Kingdom in condemning Russia’s use of chemical weapons in Salisbury. The U.S. is determined to hold Russia accountable. Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 13, 2019 The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino: Secretary ... Read More»
NATO Defence Ministers meet in Brussels
NATO News 13 February 2019 NATO Defence Ministers are meeting today to begin two days of talks on pressing security challenges, including Russia’s violation of the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty. Ministers will discuss efforts to strengthen the Alliance’s deterrence and defence, and review NATO missions in Afghanistan, Kosovo, Iraq and the maritime area. Burden-sharing ... Read More»
Accelerating America’s Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
Continued American leadership in Artificial Intelligence is of paramount importance to maintaining the economic and national security of the United States. The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy February 11, 2019 In his 2019 State of the Union address, President Trump stressed the importance of investing in the cutting-edge Industries of the ... Read More»
Are You Missing Your Benefits ?
Are you missing your benefits payment? Did you forget to send us forms SSA-7161 or SSA-7162? If yes, then send them now! Read More»
The president’s State of the Union speech: Why it matters
The speech to a joint session of Congress is an opportunity for the president to review the past year’s accomplishments and preview his agenda for the coming year. But the speech at the U.S. Capitol every January or February also illustrates U.S. democracy in action. It is the only other time that all branches of ... Read More»
The Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty
Frequently Asked Questions What is the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces treaty (INF)? An arms control agreement signed in 1987 between the United States and the Soviet Union to eliminate all nuclear and conventional missiles with ranges of 500–5,500 km. Germany and other European Allies were critically important to encouraging both the United States and the USSR ... Read More»
What’s the INF Treaty? How is Russia breaching it?
Thirty years ago the United States and the Soviet Union agreed to the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty. However, the U.S. has been raising alarms since 2013 that the Russians have developed a new, mobile, ground-launched cruise missile that violates the treaty. Read More»
Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2019
This summer in the Netherlands, two thousand next generation entrepreneurs, investors and thought-leaders from around the world come together to invest in business and in future generations. Join them at the 2019 Global Entrepreneurship Summit . Read More»
Medicare Cards with New ID Number – Registration Problems
MEDICARE CARDS WITH NEW ID NUMBER Federal Benefits Unit, London U.S. Embassy London Posted January 27, 2019 by the Federal Befits/Social Security Office at the U.S. Embassy London. The Center for Medicare Services online registration process does NOT accept foreign postal codes. You can request a replacement Medicare Card through our office. Please email FBU.London@ssa.gov as follows: Use a ... Read More»
Introducing incoming Deputy Chief of Mission Yael Lempert
Yael Lempert is the incoming Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in London. She is a career member of the U.S. Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counselor, and served as acting Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Egypt and North Africa from June 2017 to December 2018. Yael was the Senior Director for ... Read More»
U.S. Space Policy
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Message to U.S. Citizens: Closure of U.S. Embassy and Consulates General
Message to U.S. Citizens: Closure of U.S. Embassy and Consulates General, December 2018 Read More»
To Walk the Earth in Safety 2018
“This 17th Edition of To Walk the Earth In Safety summarizes the United States’ CWD programs in 2017. CWD assistance provides the United States with a powerful and flexible tool to help partner countries manage their stockpiles of munitions, destroy excess small arms and light weapons (SA/LW) and clear explosive hazards such as landmines, improvised ... Read More»
Executive Order on Providing for the Closing of Executive Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government on December 24, 2018
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows: Section 1. All executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government shall be closed and their employees excused from duty on Monday, December 24, 2018, the day before Christmas ... Read More»
DOD Statement on Open Skies Flight Over Ukraine
DOD Statement on Open Skies Flight Over Ukraine Read More»
Four defendants charged in Panama Papers investigation for their roles in Panamanian-based global law firm’s decades-long scheme to defraud the U.S.
Four defendants charged in Panama Papers investigation for their roles in Panamanian-based global law firm’s decades-long scheme to defraud the U.S. Read More»
We are holding another Auction!
The U.S. Embassy, London, United Kingdom is selling surplus property via web based online auction. The auction opens for bidding 08:00am GMT, Friday, December 07 and closes 4:00pm GMT, Friday, December 14, 2018. Surplus Property is being sold according to the regulations of the U.S. Department of State. Each lot has an assigned unique number ... Read More»
In tribute: George H.W. Bush, 41st president
Restoring the Role of the Nation-State in the Liberal International Order
Restoring the Role of the Nation-State in the Liberal International Order Read More»
Common Scams & How to Avoid Them
Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their attempts to obtain personal details. There is no one group of people who are more likely to become a victim of a scam; all of us may be targeted by an elaborate scam at some point in time here in the United Kingdom. Read More»
U.S. joins in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
U.S. Embassy / BAAS Small Grants Programme
The British Association for American Studies (BAAS), supported by the United States Embassy, London, offers small grants for cultural, educational and outreach activities that will foster American Studies and otherwise enhance the understanding of the United States in the United Kingdom. Read More»
Attending Your Non-Immigrant Visa Interview at the U.S. Embassy in London (VIDEO)
Attending Your Non-Immigrant Visa Interview at the U.S. Embassy in London (VIDEO) Read More»
Confronting Iran: The Trump Administration’s Strategy
President Trump inherited a world in some ways as dangerous as the one faced by the United States on the eve of World War I, the one right before World War II, or that during the height of the Cold War. But his disruptive boldness, first on North Korea and now on Iran, has shown ... Read More»
Helping Iranians ‘take back their basic human rights’
With a November 4 deadline approaching, after which a full slate of U.S. sanctions on the Iranian regime will return, U.S. officials met with members of the Iranian diaspora to highlight the plight of 800 prisoners of conscience held by the Iranian government and other human rights abuses by the regime against its own people. ... Read More»
A Chronicle of Iran’s Destructive Activities
This report documents the magnitude of the Islamic Republic’s destructive activities at home and abroad. Many of the activities highlighted have occurred recently, while others date back to the early days of the revolution. As this report makes clear, the one constant is that the Iranian regime will do whatever it takes to maintain its ... Read More»
EU-U.S. Cyber Dialogue Joint Elements Statement
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 16, 2018 Begin text: On the occasion of the fifth meeting of the EU-U.S. Cyber Dialogue in Brussels on 10 September 2018, the European Union (EU) and United States reaffirmed their strong partnership in favour of a global, open, stable and secure cyberspace where the ... Read More»
Attorney General Sessions Delivers a Statement on Behalf of the United States at the London Illegal Wildlife Trade Conference 2018
London United Kingdom Thursday, October 11, 2018 Remarks as prepared for delivery Thank you, Foreign Secretary, Your Royal Highnesses, Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen. On behalf of President Donald Trump, I would like to express our nation’s sincerest appreciation to Her Majesty’s Government for hosting this important conference, and for the leadership of the Royal family. ... Read More»
Explore a U.S. National Park from anywhere on Earth
Explore a U.S. park from anywhere on Earth via this 3D tour Read More»
U.S. Charges Russian GRU Officers with International Hacking and Related Influence and Disinformation Operations
U.S. Charges Russian GRU Officers with International Hacking and Related Influence and Disinformation Operations Read More»
73rd Session of the United Nations General Assembly
(updated at 09:30 BST, September 27) On Wednesday, September 26, President Donald J. Trump President, accompanied by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo, will convene a UN Security Council meeting on counter-proliferation. The President’s remarks will be streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/live . Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan will participate in the Global Counter Terrorism Forum Ministerial ... Read More»
U.S. Department of Labor releases Reports on Child Labor and Forced Labor around the World
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor today released two reports that shine a spotlight on child labor and forced labor in nations around the world: the eighth edition of the List of Goods Produced by Child Labor or Forced Labor and the 17th annual edition of the Findings on the Worst Forms of Child Labor. These reports, ... Read More»
Coordinator for Counterterrorism Nathan A. Sales on the Release of the Country Reports on Terrorism 2017
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Nonproliferation Lessons Learned
Remarks by Assistant Secretary, Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation Dr. Christopher Ashley Ford at the Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation, Vienna, Austria. Read More»
Statement from the President on the National Biodefense Strategy and National Security Presidential Memorandum
The White House Statements & Releases September 18, 2018 Today, I have taken action to better protect the American people by releasing a National Biodefense Strategy and signing a National Security Presidential Memorandum (NSPM) that will strengthen our Nation’s defenses against biological threats to health and safety. The implementation of these actions will promote a ... Read More»
International Day of Democracy
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC September 15, 2018 On this International Day of Democracy, the United States reaffirms its unwavering belief in democracy as the form of government with the greatest capacity to advance peace, prosperity, and security, and to safeguard the universal human rights, fundamental freedoms, and dignity of every person. ... Read More»
The Assad Regime/Russia – Disinformation
U.S. Embassy London Media Note The Assad Regime/Russia – Disinformation September 12, 2018 The Assad regime and Russia continue to falsely accuse the White Helmets through a massive disinformation campaign, leaving its volunteers at significant risk. The White Helmets are a humanitarian organization that has saved thousands of lives and continues to save civilian ... Read More»
First Naturalization Ceremony at the new U.S. Embassy London
On Tuesday, August 21, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) held a special naturalization ceremony at the Embassy. Many members of the Embassy community joined in to witness this special event – the first naturalization ceremony to be held at the new London Embassy. The only people who can naturalize overseas are active duty members of the U.S. military during ... Read More»
North Korean Regime-Backed Programmer Charged With Conspiracy to Conduct Multiple Cyber Attacks and Intrusions
A criminal complaint was unsealed today charging Park Jin Hyok (박진혁; a/k/a Jin Hyok Park and Pak Jin Hek), a North Korean citizen, for his involvement in a conspiracy to conduct multiple destructive cyberattacks. Read More»
Joint Statement on the Salisbury Attack
Joint statement by France, Germany, the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom on the Salisbury Attack on 04 March 2018 Read More»
Young Leaders UK (YLUK)
We invite you to join YLUK; a network that connects Britain’s rising leaders, aged 18-25, with the United States, the American people and with one another. When you join YLUK you will have the opportunity to engage with senior members of the Mission, as well as with people of influence from a range of sectors ... Read More»
Voting in the 2018 U.S. House and Senate Elections
Your Vote Counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for House and Senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot ... Read More»
US Citizens Voting in 2018 Elections
VOTING IN 2018 U.S. ELECTIONS Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election ... Read More»
Remarks by President Trump and President Juncker of the European Commission in Joint Press Statements
Remarks by President Trump and President Juncker of the European Commission in Joint Press Statements Rose Garden July 25, 2018 4:18 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much. Appreciate it. And I appreciate all of our great senators and so many of our representatives for being here. Senator John Boozman. John, you’re here ... Read More»
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General Edinburgh
Location: Throughout Scotland and U.S. Consulate General Edinburgh Event: Several demonstrations are being planned surrounding the visit of the President of the United States to Scotland on July 13 and July 14, 2018. Several of the events are expected to attract large crowds and there will be road closures in connection with those events. Demonstrations ... Read More»
UK Delegation Gears Up For 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit
The U.S. Embassy London announced today that the UK delegation heads to Washington D.C. to participate in the SelectUSA Investment Summit, June 20-22, 2018. The Investment Summit, hosted by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross, is the highest profile event to connect global companies and U.S. economic development organizations to facilitate foreign direct investment in the ... Read More»
SelectUSA – 7 Days Until Showtime
After months of planning and collaboration, the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit will kick off just one week from today – and yes, there’s still time to register. The premier foreign direct investment (FDI) event in the United States will bring together international business investors and economic development organizations from all corners of the country to ... Read More»
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s Remarks on the United Kingdom National Day
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer congratulations to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the people of the United Kingdom as they celebrate Her Majesty’s 92nd birthday on June 9. Queen Elizabeth II remains a beloved global symbol of stability and peace. Her leadership inspires the enduring strength ... Read More»
SelectUSA’s $30 Billion Impact on the U.S. Economy
Since 2007, the SelectUSA program has worked with thousands of clients to support job-creating Foreign direct investment in the United States. In June the SelectUSA team hit a major milestone, having now facilitated more than $30 billion in client-verified business investment projects. Read More»
We are holding an Auction!
The U.S. Embassy, London, United Kingdom is selling surplus property (including nine embassy vehicles) via web based online auction. The auction opens for bidding Tuesday, May 29 until Tuesday, June 12, 2018. Surplus Property is being sold according to the regulations of the U.S. Department of State. Each lot has an assigned unique number (lot ... Read More»
Infosecurity Europe
Europe’s Number One Information Security Event will take place June 5-7, 2018 at London’s Olympia exhibition center. Strategically held each year in London, which is the center for Europe’s tech start-up scene, lnfosecurity Europe is the region’s largest and most comprehensive information security event. Infosecurity Europe features over 400 exhibitors, the most diverse range of new ... Read More»
Farnborough International Airshow
The Farnborough International Airshow is the premier gathering place for major national and international manufacturers, sub-contractors and service companies serving the global aerospace industry. In 2018 the show will include over 350 companies from the U.S. Read More»
U.S. Implementation, Oversight and Enforcement of the EU-U.S. & Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield Frameworks
From January 2017 through May 2018, the U.S. Government has taken action to support the EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield Frameworks. These measures enhance privacy protections while ensuring that American and European businesses can continue to deliver innovative products and services across the Atlantic. Read More»
In England, royal wedding has an American accent
In a country that prides itself on royal history and traditions, the wedding of American actress Meghan Markle to Britain’s Prince Harry promises something distinctly new: several American touches. They’ll be unmistakable both during the May 19 nuptials in St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle and at the glittering banquet afterward for 600 guests. Read More»
Global Entry Mobile Enrollment Event at U.S. Embassy London – Updated
The next Global Entry Mobile Enrollment Event is coming to the U.S. Embassy London from March 07 until May 03, 2018. Read More»
Secretary Pompeo on the Iran Atomic Archive
The documents show that Iran had a secret nuclear weapons program for years. Iran sought to develop nuclear weapons and missile delivery systems. Iran hid a vast atomic archive from the world and from the IAEA — until today. Read More»
Meet Mike Pompeo, the new Secretary of State
Meet Mike Pompeo, the new Secretary of State Read More»
Acting Secretary Sullivan To Release the 2017 Human Rights Reports
U.S. State Department's Acting Secretary Sullivan to release the 2017 Human Rights Reports on Friday, April 19th, 2018 Read More»
SelectUSA UK Roadshow coming to Bristol, Birmingham and London
The SelectUSA UK Roadshow is coming to Bristol, Birmingham and London. Read More»
PhysioWizard Finds Opportunity with SelectUSA
European medical technology company PhysioWizard joined SelectUSA on an investment mission to make contacts and find opportunities in Austin, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh. The company made contacts in three days that would have taken months to generate alone. Read More»
Raremark Finds Opportunity with SelectUSA
European medical technology company Raremark joined SelectUSA on an investment mission to make contacts and find opportunities in Austin, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh. The company made contacts with key decision makers to help with its U.S. expansion plans. Founder Julie Walters talks about the opportunities afforded by the trip: Read More»
Don’t Fall Victim to Scams
Don't fall victim to U.S. visa scams which appear on social media sites and via unsolicited emails. Read More»
U.S. Embassy’s Women in STEM Engagement: A Day with An Aspiring Science Diplomat
The first Saudi woman to combine the fields of medicine and diplomacy, Dr. al Shouli was inspired by the Science Diplomacy conference to one day represent her country as a female science minister. Read More»
Science Diplomacy and International Policy: A Medical Perspective
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Statement from the United States, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom on the Attack in Salisbury
Statement from the United States, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom on the Attack in Salisbury, March 4th, 2018. Read More»
Statement by the White House Press Secretary on the United Kingdom’s Decision to Expel Russian Diplomats
White House Statement by the Press Secretary on the United Kingdom’s Decision to Expel Russian Diplomats Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Voting in 2018 Primary Elections
Voting in 2018 Primary Elections for U.S. Citizens in the United Kingdom. Read More»
We can help you connect with U.S. suppliers at JEC World 2018
Are you a UK company attending JEC World 2018? If yes, then we can help you connect with U.S. suppliers at JEC World 2018. Event Dates JEC World 2018 March 6-8, 2018 Paris, France JEC World is the largest event in the world for composite materials and technologies. It is the international meeting place for ... Read More»
Apply NOW for the SelectUSA 2018 Investment Summit
Apply NOW for the SelectUSA 2018 Investment Summit Read More»
Address of the New U.S. Embassy London
Address of the New U.S. Embassy London Read More»
Embassy London is open for visa and passport appointments
Scheduled passport and visas services, and emergency services for U.S. citizens, will continue at U.S. Embassy London and our consulates during the U.S. government shutdown. We will not be updating this website regularly, except in the event of an emergency. Please visit www.travel.state.gov for updates. Read More»
Secretary Tillerson to Travel to London, Paris, Davos, and Warsaw
STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON/p> January 18, 2018 Secretary Tillerson to Travel to London, Paris, Davos, and Warsaw U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will travel to London, Paris, Warsaw, and Davos January 21-27. On January 21, he will arrive in London, where he will meet with Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson and National Security Advisor Mark ... Read More»
What You Need to Know Before Exporting to the United Kingdom
What You Need to Know Before Exporting to the United Kingdom Read More»
Eagle Express Archives
Archived copies of previous U.S. Embassy London Eagle Express newsletters. Read More»
Surveying the new U.S. Embassy London building
The new U.S. Embassy building in London is now officially on the map! On December 18, Ordnance Survey (OS) was joined by Deputy Chief of Mission, Lew Lukens, from the U.S. Embassy to accurately survey and map the new building. Read More»
Message for U.S. Citizens: Limited Consular Services from December 15-18, 2017
Consular services at the U.S. Embassy in London and the U.S. Consulate General in Edinburgh will be severely limited from Friday, December 15 through Monday, December 18, 2017, due to maintenance of our computer systems. During this time, the consular sections in London and Edinburgh will be unable to issue U.S. passports, even in emergency ... Read More»
Zoohackathon 2017: Coding to end wildlife trafficking
About the U.S. Embassy London's team at Zoohackathon 2017 with a focus on: Coding to end wildlife trafficking Read More»
Registration is OPEN for the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced that registration is now OPEN for for the 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit. The 2018 SelectUSA Investment Summit will take place on June 20-22, 2018, at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center near Washington. The goal is to connect global business leaders with U.S. states and their economic development organizations (EDOs) ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Possible Protests
December 06, 2017 The recent announcement that the United States recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and plans to relocate the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem may spark protests, some of which have the potential to become violent. The U.S. Embassy in London reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and ... Read More»
The American Spirit
Ambassador Woody Johnson's Thanksgiving Day 2017 remarks at St Paul's cathedral. Read More»
International CES 2018
Join the Official UK Delegation to International CES 2018 ! Read More»
Europe Travel Alert
The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals and events. This Travel Alert expires on January 31, 2018. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Finland demonstrate that the ... Read More»
Ambassador Johnson Presents Credentials
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Statement on Northern Ireland Power-Sharing Talks
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United States Urges Establishment of a Power-Sharing Government in Northern Ireland
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Fields of Battle, Lands of Peace: The Doughboys
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U.S. Humanitarian Assistance in Response to the Syrian Crisis
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Joint Press Conference with Secretary Mattis and Secretary Fallon in London, England
On behalf of the American people, I thank the people of this country for being with us to confront our foes. If necessary, we will follow them to the ends of the Earth to stop their mayhem. Britain’s global leadership role is as needed today as at any time in history. In the words of ... Read More»
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Statement by Secretary of State Tillerson on the Attack in London
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Remarks by Vice President Pence to the American Ireland Fund National Gala
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Foreign Enforcement Questionnaire
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RAF Club- The Special Relationship
And I’m confident that it will be Britain and America, as we have done for a century and more, working together as leaders in the international community to help find the answers to these pressing questions. The commitment to that shared future could not be more concrete than the magnificent new Embassy building that is ... Read More»
Register and Request Your Ballot for 2017 Elections, including Special Elections
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The Art of Resilience Exhibition, January 2017
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U.S. Government Statement on Northern Ireland
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The Presidential Inauguration, Senate Confirmations
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U.S. Cluster Mapping Tool
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The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals, events, and outdoor markets. This Travel Alert expires on February 20, 2017. Full text on travel.state.gov . Read More»
DS-160 & Uploading a Photograph
Applicants have reported that they are experiencing problems when uploading a photograph to the DS-160. The confirmation photo page indicates that they have not uploaded a photo, even though on the preceding page they have received the message that their photo has successfully been uploaded. If you are experiencing this issue, try the following steps: ... Read More»
To Walk the Earth in Safety 2016
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The 2016 U.S. Election is just a few days away. This is a reminder that the U.S. Embassy is NOT a polling place; do not come to the U.S. Embassy on Election Day (November 8) to cast your vote. If you are still looking to vote in this year’s election, it may not be too ... Read More»
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Beginning November 29, 2016, Chinese passport holders with 10-year B1/B2, B1 or B2 (visitor) visas are required to enroll in Electronic Visa Update System (EVUS) when traveling to the United States by air or sea carrier or entering by a land port of entry. If you do not have a valid EVUS enrollment, you will ... Read More»
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With less than 30 days to Election day you can still have a say in who is elected! If you haven’t received your absentee ballot, use the FWAB backup ballot at go.usa.gov/xk9ER If you need further information, this handy FWAB overview, explains the process. Click here for further information. Download your sticker and share that you are a proud overseas ... Read More»
#ProudOverseasVoter Final Opportunities to Return Voted Ballots
Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States. The majority of states require voted ballots to reach local election officials by the close of polls on Tuesday, November 8. U.S. citizens who want to participate in ... Read More»
The registration period for DV-2018 opens today, October 4, at noon, EDT
If you are thinking of applying to register for DV-2018, you need to know the facts. The registration period for DV-2018 opens at noon, Eastern Daylight Time, Tuesday, October 4, 2016, and closes at noon, Eastern Standard Time, Monday, November 7, 2016. You can only register for the program during the registration period. Be aware ... Read More»
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Recent Robberies in Central London
U.S. Embassy London informs U.S. citizens that the Metropolitan Police have informed the U.S. Embassy of recent robberies and muggings in central London. In several of the incidents, assailants riding motorbikes have tried to snatch mobile phones, laptops, and valuables from female pedestrians. If you are a victim, the Metropolitan Police recommend surrendering the requested ... Read More»
Sept 27 is National Voter Registration Day!
Today, National Voter Registration Day, is a great day to share FVAP’s top 5 things U.S. Military and Overseas Citizens need to know to vote absentee. Know that your absentee ballot counts the same as ballots cast at the poll site. All ballots submitted according to State laws are counted in every election. The media ... Read More»
DV-2018 Program: Registration Period is Announced
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Will there be a polling station at the U.S. Embassy on Election Day?
No. The only way to vote from overseas is by absentee ballot. Staff at the U.S. Embassy in London are here to answer your questions about voting from abroad, but it is not possible to vote in-person at the Embassy. Read More»
Worldwide Caution, 9 September 2016
As part of the State Department’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about relevant events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. Current information suggests that terrorist groups continue to plan attacks in ... Read More»
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Additional entrants have been added to “selected” status on the Entrant Status Check (ESC) website www.dvlottery.state.gov. Please use your unique confirmation number to verify your status. Successful entrants are encouraged to complete the online DS-260 application immediately, so that an interview appointment at the appropriate U.S. Embassy or Consulate can be scheduled. Embassies and consulates ... Read More»
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You see, for decades, the United States and the United Kingdom – and millions of American and British service members – have helped provide the security and uphold the values that have allowed millions upon millions of people around the world to be safe, to raise their children, dream their dreams, and to live lives that are full. ... Read More»
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Join the UK Delegation to Health 2.0
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The ‘Why’ keeps Silicon Valley’s ‘accidental entrepreneur’ anchored
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Join the U.S. Commercial Service at the Greater New York Dental Meeting 2015
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The ‘Why’ keeps Silicon Valley
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United States. Condemns Attacks in Kabul
We strongly condemn the series of insurgent attacks in Kabul yesterday. These attacks resulted in hundreds of casualties and at least 44 deaths, including children, and demonstrate again the insurgency’s complete disregard for the lives of innocent Afghans. Such actions have no justification. We again call upon the Taliban, other Afghan militant groups, and anyone ... Read More»
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Dempsey, Ghani Discuss Transregional Effort Against ISIL
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Department of Justice Announces Major Computer Hacking Forum Dismantled
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NEW – Guide to Exporting
For American companies, exporting makes more sense now than ever before. Exporting has become a lot easier for companies of every size, including small and medium-sized businesses that may previously have found it challenging. A Basic Guide to Exporting addresses virtually every issue a company looking to export might face. Read more » Read More»
Country Reports on Human Rights Practices
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Interested in studying at a U.S. university? Come to USA College Day!
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New Embassy – News archive & Timeline
Abbreviations used: CAC = Controlled Access Compound NLE = New London Embassy 2015 December 2015 Topping-out ceremony. November 2015 Internal curtain wall completed for the Pacific forest and Mid Atlantic gardens Curtain Wall installation has moved onto level 8. Raised flooring installation continues levels 1 through 3 The glazing on the CAC’s has started and continues ... Read More»
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U.S. Aircraft Carrier Theodore Roosevelt and Destroyer Winston S. Churchill To Visit Portsmouth
U.S. Embassy, London March 20, 2015 003-2015 @USAinUKPress By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Taylor L. Jackson, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Public Affairs The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) are scheduled to pull in to Portsmouth, U.K., for the first port ... Read More»
U.S. Aircraft Carrier Theodore Roosevelt and Destroyer Winston S. Churchill To Visit Portsmouth
USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Public Affairs By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Taylor L. Jackson, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) Public Affairs The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill (DDG 81) are scheduled to pull in to Portsmouth, U.K., for the first port visit ... Read More»
Remarks At the Unveiling of Miya Ando’s 9/11 Artwork
17 March 2015 (Ambassador Barzun was at the unveiling of New York artist Miya Ando’s 9/11 artwork at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London. The artwork is made from the wreckage of the Twin Towers.) (As prepared for delivery) Ambassador Barzun: Peter, thank you for having this artwork commissioned, created and finally consecrated here today. ... Read More»
Welsh flag flies proudly from New York Stock Exchange in celebration of St David’s Day
Welsh flag flies proudly from New York Stock Exchange in celebration of St David’s Day (via WalesOnline) The Welsh flag flew proudly from the financial capital of the world as First Minister Carywn Jones visited the New York Stock Exchange ahead of St David’s Day. Read More»
OBO in London – The New London Embassy
The Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) directs the worldwide overseas building program for the Department of State and the U.S. Government community serving abroad. In concert with other State Department bureaus, foreign affairs agencies, and Congress, OBO sets worldwide priorities for the design, construction, acquisition, maintenance, use, and sale of real properties and the use of sales proceeds. OBO’s mission ... Read More»
The old American Embassy London Chancery Building
As of January 2018 the U.S. Embassy in London is now located in a new building in Nine Elms . History The United States has been associated with Grosvenor Square in London’s Mayfair since the late eighteenth century when John Adams, the first United States Minister to the Court of St. James’s, lived from 1785 to 1788 in the house ... Read More»
State’s Biswal on New Silk Road Post-2014
Remarks by Nisha Desai Biswal Assistant Secretary, Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs U.S. Department of State The Woodrow Wilson Center Washington, D.C. As Prepared Thank you Michael for the gracious introduction. It is an honor to speak at the Woodrow Wilson Center, an institution that serves an important and thoughtful role in shaping ... Read More»
U.S. Government Exchange Program
On Thursday, January 15, seven Scottish athletes who participated on a U.S. Government exchange program met with Jamie Hepburn MSP, Minister for Sport, Health Improvement, and Mental Health at the Scottish Government to share their experiences with him. The group also met the Presiding Officer of the Scottish Parliament, the Rt. Hon. Tricia Marwick MSP, ... Read More»
2015: The Year to Launch and Scale in the United States
The United Kingdom and Ireland are both home to flourishing tech startups looking for the right opportunities to grow globally. The United States is the logical target for their expansion, especially given its 320 million consumers, free trade agreements with 20 other markets, and massive market for technology purchases. So how can SelectUSA , the U.S. ... Read More»
Senior Officials on Kerry’s Meetings in Islamabad, Pakistan
MODERATOR: Okay, so I know it’s late. This is a background briefing reading out the Secretary’s meetings this evening. We will not make this a marathon. We’ll just give a quick overview. QUESTION: Let’s make it a very short sprint. MODERATOR: Excellent. We’ll just give a quick overview and take a few questions — QUESTION: ... Read More»
Department of Defense European Infrastructure Consolidation (EIC) Announcement
The Department of Defense announced today the consolidation of some U.S. infrastructure in Europe, including the return of 15 sites to their host nations. These actions, taken as part of the European Infrastructure Consolidation (EIC) process, will save the U.S. government approximately $500 million annually. The Department of Defense also announced the first F-35 basing ... Read More»
Nominate someone to attend a screening of Selma at the U.S. Embassy
We are offering two tickets to attend a screening of Selma at the United States Embassy in London. The film chronicles the tumultuous three-month period in 1965, when Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. led a dangerous campaign to secure equal voting rights in the face of violent opposition. The screening will be on 22nd January ... Read More»
Secretary Kerry’s Remarks at the London Conference on Afghanistan
Thank you very much, all of you, for being here. And thank you for the privilege of being part of this very important conference. And I want to thank Prime Minister Cameron for hosting and, you, President Ghani for cohosting this effort. We saw each other in Brussels. You’ve been on a whirlwind tour, and ... Read More»
HSI-led probe leads to arrest of 2 UK men allegedly linked to pre-release leak of The Expendables 3
LONDON – Two men from northern England have been arrested by authorities in the United Kingdom after a probe initiated by Los Angeles-based special agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) linked the pair to the pre-release leak earlier this year of The Expendables 3. The suspects, a 36-year-old man ... Read More»
United States and United Kingdom Law Enforcement Share Forfeited Proceeds
U.S. Embassy, London October 16, 2014 018-14 @USAinUKPress In 2005, United Kingdom (UK) authorities began a financial investigation targeting a Dubai, UAE-based money laundering network after drug investigations determined that the organization was providing illicit financial services to multiple, otherwise unrelated, Drug Trafficking Organizations throughout Europe. This effort evolved into a bilateral joint investigation ... Read More»
Cultural Diversity in Scotland
Cultural Diversity in Scotland 7 October 2014 On September 30, the U.S. Consulate General in Edinburgh hosted a reception to celebrate faith and cultural diversity in Scotland. The reception included a contribution by Junaid Ashruf (18), an alumnus of Embassy London’s Young Leaders Exchange program . Read More»
Statement by the President on the Results of the Scottish Referendum
Statement by the President on the Results of the Scottish Referendum September 19, 2014 THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE We welcome the result of yesterday’s referendum on Scottish independence and congratulate the people of Scotland for their full and energetic exercise of democracy. Through debate, discussion, and passionate yet ... Read More»
Welcoming the athletes of the Invictus Games to Winfield House
Athletes from the military of countries around the world, including the USA and the UK, gathered at Winfield House for a special reception on Tuesday 9th September ahead of the start of the Invictus Games 2014 in London. Ambassador Matthew Barzun was joined by HRH Prince Harry, organiser of the Games, and the American band, ... Read More»
NATO Wales Summit Declaration 2014
Issued by the Heads of State and Government participating in the meeting of the North Atlantic Council in Wales from 4 to 5 September 2014 1. We, the Heads of State and Government of the member countries of the North Atlantic Alliance, have gathered in Wales at a pivotal moment in Euro-Atlantic security. Russia’s aggressive ... Read More»
Wales Summit – NATO’s Changing Role in Afghanistan
NATO’s mission in Afghanistan has been the Alliance’s largest and one of its longest-running military operations, with 50 coalition countries contributing a peak of 140,000 troops over a 13-year campaign. The United States, together with NATO Allies and partners, support a sovereign, stable, unified, and democratic Afghanistan and will continue our partnership with Afghanistan based ... Read More»
A Sneak Peek at the 2014 NATO Summit
Celebrating July 4th with The Preservation Hall Jazz Band
The Preservation Hall Jazz Band played in London’s Battersea Park and then joined us at the U.S. Ambassador’s residence of Winfield House to celebrate the July 4th holiday. Photos from our New Orleans-themed July 4th party are on Flickr. Read More»
#MyUSATravel Official Photo Contest
Join our new photo project, #MyUSATravel. We want you to share your stories of your travel to the USA. Our goal is to create a large photo collection of all the fun and exciting things British people do when they visit the USA. The best photo, selected by our judges, will be invited to a ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Media Note: CBRN Security Assistance for Ukraine
On June 30, the United States and Canada hosted a “Chemical, Biological, Nuclear, and Radiological (CBRN) Security Assistance” meeting at the High Commission of Canada in London to discuss Ukraine’s existing CBRN assistance needs. Several members of the Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction (Global Partnership), including Ukraine, other ... Read More»
New York Gay Men’s Chorus Perform at U.S. Embassy
On Tuesday, 10th June 2014, the New York Gay Men’s Chorus performed at U.S. Embassy to celebrate LGBT Pride Month. Read More»
David S. Cohen at the Royal United Services Institute
U.S. Treasury Department Office of Public Affairs LONDON – Good afternoon. It is a pleasure to join you today to discuss the intersection of transnational organized crime and illicit finance, and to join the conversation about what we can and should be doing to combat this threat. I would especially like to thank the Royal ... Read More»
Military Leaders Meet in London for First Time Since WWII
11 June 2014 U.S. Embassy, London June 11, 2014 015-14 @USAinUKPress (Released by the MoD) The Combined Chiefs of Staff (CCS) from the US and the UK met to discuss long-term strategic challenges the respective armed forces can expect to face together in the future. General Martin E. Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of ... Read More»
U.S. breakdance crew ILL-Abilities in Scotland
U.S. breakdance crew ILL-Abilities in Scotland On June 11-12, the U.S. Consulate General in Edinburgh organized a series of events for the U.S. breakdance crew ILL-Abilities in Scotland. The crew performed at Dance Base in Edinburgh and attended workshops hosted by Indepen-Dance in Glasgow and KIC Dance in Bonnyrigg, Midlothian. Read More»
Bombers Arrive at RAF Fairford to Train and Exercise Capabilities
04 June 2014 U.S. Embassy, London 013-14 @USAinUKPress Press Release U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa HQ USAFE-AFAFRICA Public Affairs, Box 120, Unit 3050, APO AE 09012 Telephone: +49 (0) 6371 47 6558; DSN 314 480-6558 RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Two U.S. B-52 Stratofortresses from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., and ... Read More»
Naturalization Ceremony at RAF Mildenhall
USCIS London Field Office – Five spouses of active duty U.S. service members became United States citizens on Friday, May 30, 2014 at a naturalization ceremony held at RAF Mildenhall, Suffolk, United Kingdom. The five new U.S. citizens, who come from four different countries, were sworn in as United States Citizens by Joseph Hackbarth, Field ... Read More»
Ambassador Barzun Meets with Friends and Family of “Cheeki Rafiki” Sailors
20 May 2014 U.S. Embassy, London May 20, 2014 010-14 @USAinUKpress On Tuesday, May 20, 2014, Ambassador Matthew Barzun met in his office with families and friends of the four missing British sailors. He listened to their concerns, and joined them in welcoming the news that the search has been resumed. The United States Coast ... Read More»
US-UK Twitter Q&A 16 May 2014 – Two Ambassadors
The first ever joint Twitter Q&A hosted jointly by the U.S. Ambassador to the UK and UK Ambassador to the U.S. will take place on 16 May 2014 at 2.30pm GMT. It will also be Ambassador Matthew Barzun’s first Twitter Q&A. Use #AskUKUS to post questions in advance and follow the conversation on our events ... Read More»
U.S. Air Force Culture & Language Center Prepares General Officers for Deployment
U.S. Embassy, London April 15, 2014 009-14 @USAinUKpress By Jodi L. Jordan Air Force Culture and Language Center Outreach Team MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. – Three Air Force general officers will soon assume command in key overseas assignments, and they’ll come to those jobs with a deeper understanding of cross-cultural ... Read More»
FEW Collective: Teaching the Unteachable
FEW is an artist collective that believes in the power of art to engage, educate, and inspire. The collective combines traditional forms of music, dance, and art with the elements of Hip Hop and theater to address contemporary issues. Here dancer, Bravemonk teaches Bobby Adelson from the U.S. Embassy in London some breakdance moves: Read More»
Winfield House Sessions: Damien Jurado
Artist Damien Jurado performed an intimate set at U.S. Ambassador Barzun’s residence Winfield House on 04 March 2014. The Winfield House Sessions is a series of informal concerts to celebrate British-American musical synergy. (Film courtesy Zoon films ) Read More»
UK Delegation from London visits U.S. Aircraft Carrier in Mediterranean
On Monday, 31 March, the Defense Attaché Office (DAO) London hosted a group of 8 Distinguished Visitors from London on a trip to the USS TRUMAN (CVN 75) which was conducting flight operations in the Mediterranean. The group included Labour MP Vernon Coaker, Shadow Secretary of State for Defence, Air Commodore Gary Waterfall, Royal Air ... Read More»
New York celebrates Wales with First Minister Carwyn Jones
New York celebrates Wales with First Minister Carwyn Jones (via Wales.gov.uk) The British Consulate General New York hosted a reception to promote Welsh business, tourism, and culture and celebrate the national holiday of Wales, St David’s Day. Read More»
Launch of Dylan Thomas Walking Tour
Launch of Dylan Thomas Walking Tour (via Wales.gov.uk) First Minister, Carwyn Jones and Dylan Thomas’ Granddaughter, Hannah Ellis, officially launched the walking tour of Dylan’s New York haunts created by his daughter Aeronwy Thomas Elis and contemporary Welsh poet Peter Thabit Jones. Read More»
Mary Wilson of The Supremes Sings at Wychwood House
On Wednesday, 26 February 26 2014 singing legend Mary Wilson of The Supremes fame sang a set to invited guests at the the Embassy’s Wynchwood House residence. Guests included Baroness Lawrence, Baroness Benjamin and were invited to honor Black History Month. Mary was presented with a cake to mark her upcoming birthday. Photos of the event are on Flickr . ... Read More»
First Minister launches Welsh caucus on Capitol Hill
First Minister launches Welsh caucus on Capitol Hill (via Wales.gov.uk) Wales will have a powerful voice at the heart of the United States Government thanks to a new caucus launched on Capitol Hill by First Minister of Wales, Carwyn Jones. Read More»
U.S. Delegation to the London Conference on The Illegal Wildlife Trade
13 February 2014 U.S. Embassy, London February 11, 2014 005-14 @USAinUKpress The following are the members of the U.S. Delegation attending the London Conference on The Illegal Wildlife Trade: Anthony West, Associate Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice (Head of Delegation) Cindy Chang, Deputy Chief of Staff to the Associate Attorney General, U.S. Department of ... Read More»
US-UK Law Enforcement Agency Cooperation Results in Arrest of Child Sex Offender
U.S. Embassy, London February 06, 2014 @USAinUKPress 004-14 Office of Public Affairs U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) News Release LOS ANGELES — An Antelope Valley landscaper is scheduled to make his initial appearance in federal court Tuesday afternoon following his arrest on federal child pornography charges for allegedly generating sexually explicit images of ... Read More»
DHS News Release Re Sentencing of British Sex Offender
U.S. Embassy, London January 30, 2014 @USAinUKPress 003-14 Office of Public Affairs U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) News Release British sex offender sentenced for distributing images of child sex abuse to the United States LONDON – A United Kingdom citizen was convicted and sentenced Wednesday to five years in prison for sexually abusing children ... Read More»
Mars: Latest Results from an Ever-Changing Planet
Dr. Richard Zurek, NASA’s Chief Scientist for the Mars Program at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, stopped by Embassy London on January 17 at the end of a week-long conference at Oxford University on Mars atmospheric research. Dr. Zurek provided an overview of Mars research past, present, and future to an audience of embassy staff, their ... Read More»
A Note on Our New Embassy
17 January 2014 (This article originally appeared on Ambassador Barzun’s Tumblr ) AMBASSADOR BARZUN: I noticed a few news outlets this week reporting that funding for the construction of our new Embassy building may be removed. As this might cause concern among those excited and invested in the redevelopment of Nine Elms, I wanted to put minds at ... Read More»
World Cup Warm-Up: U.S. Embassy 5 – 2 MPs
To celebrate, the U.S. Embassy in London played a selection of UK MPs with the Embassy running out winners 5-2. The match was officiated by renowned non-retired referee Dermot Gallagher. Members of Parliament in attendance included – Alistair Burt, Stephen Hepburn, Ian Murray, Russell Brown, Karl McCartney, David Burrowes, Greg McClymont, Paul Farrelly, Steve Rotheram, ... Read More»
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USTR Official’s Top Five Things to Know About T-TIP
USTR Official’s Top Five Things to Know About T-TIP 03 Dec 2013 This blog post by Dan Mullaney, assistant U.S. Trade Representative for Europe and the Middle East at the Office of the United States Trade Representative , was published on the State Department website on November 15. There are no republication restrictions for use by U.S. embassies. ... Read More»
New London Embassy construction site panorama #3
For an overview of the construction site at Nine Elms beginning October 2013, take a look at this wide construction site panorama (opens in new window). This is a very large image, 15,300 pixels wide (8.8Mb) so you may need to zoom in! Read More»
New London Embassy construction site panorama #2
Here is our second panorama photo of the construction site for our new London Embassy, viewed from the East. Nine Elms Lane is on the right side of the photo. Accommodation and office facilities (green pre-fab buildings in the lower left hand side of the photo) are being erected. There are two stories now and ... Read More»
New London Embassy construction site panorama #1
Here is a panorama photo of the construction site for our new London Embassy, viewed from the East. Nine Elms Lane is on the right side of the photo. Building works are on-going for the installation of diaphragm walls and production piles. Four (4) test piles are currently under way around the site. A large ... Read More»
British man extradited to face child exploitation charges after HSI probe
British man extradited to face child exploitation charges after HSI probe Read More»
U.S. Embassy London remembers the Centenary of the U.S. Entry into WWI with the City of London
Outdoor photo exhibition at the London Guildhall, April 2017. Fields of Battle, Lands of Peace: The Doughboys 1917-18 is an outdoor art exhibition, the latest in an acclaimed series photographed by Michael St. Maur Sheil, which documents the battlefields of the First World War and tells the story of the U.S. entry into WWI. The exhibition can ... Read More»
Report of the UK’s Independent Review Panel on Extradition
Report of the UK’s Independent Review Panel on Extradition U.S. Embassy Press Release 18 October 2011 Report of the UK’s Independent Review Panel on Extradition: Panel Concludes U.S.-UK Treaty Balanced and Fair The Extradition Panel, appointed by the United Kingdom’s Home Secretary Theresa May in September 2010 to review the UK’s extradition practices, has ... Read More»
Aerial Views of Nine Elms
These photos present an aerial view of Nine Elms, Battersea. The first (above) is the area as seen from the south-east with the new site highlighted in yellow. A full-size (1000px by 583px) image is available (JPG / 160Kb, opens in new window) The second aerial view includes renders of the new London Embassy and new surrounding buildings, looking downstream ... Read More»
New Design Unveiling
Ambassador Louis B. Susman Announcement of Winning Architect for Design of New U.S. Embassy AMB SUSMAN: Good afternoon. I would like to welcome the press to an exciting moment in the history of the U.S. Embassy in London. Today we take an important step forward toward creating a new United States Embassy – a ... Read More»
New Embassy Design Concept
Winning design concept As Prepared by KieranTimberlake KieranTimberlake’s concept for the New London Embassy is the result of their efforts to resolve, in architectural terms, what an embassy aspires to be and what present realities dictate it must do. The expressive challenge is to give form to the core beliefs of our democracy – transparency, openness, ... Read More»
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